Graduating from California Western School of Law in 2020, Karena gained specialized experience through a mediation course, focused on small claims court and a semester dedicated to personal injury law.  Since then, Karena has focused her legal career in workers’ compensation, working as a legal clerk in this field and then as a litigation specialist.

Originally from Europe, Karena speaks fluent Russian and German, which enhances her ability to serve diverse communities. Now, Karena resides in Encino, California with her husband and daughter.  Outside of work, Karena enjoys baking and hosting and spending quality time with her family.

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